Dr. Katherine Thompson

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Thompson specializes in the care of older adults, particularly in areas related to frailty and multimorbidity. She co-directs the University of Chicago’s Successful Aging Frailty Evaluation (SAFE) Clinic, which provides a comprehensive geriatric assessment and management service through an interdisciplinary team approach. Additionally, she serves as the Project Director for the Supporting Healthy Aging Resources Education (SHARE) Network, a project funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), leading geriatrics educational initiatives for healthcare professionals, students, and community members. Her academic training includes a Geriatrics Fellowship and extensive education in Medicine. Dr. Thompson’s research interests encompass community-based organizations, dementia, frailty, geriatrics, and workforce education, aimed at improving the quality of care and resources available for older adults.

Research Interests

Awards

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BSD Distinguished Faculty Award

2017-01-01
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Fellow

2016-01-01
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Harvard Macy Program for Educators in Health Professions

2014-01-01
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Alpha Omega Alpha Graduation Honors

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Glasgow-Rubin Achievement Citation

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy